A proposed multi-billion-dollar BNSF rail hub in Wittmann is facing strong opposition from West Valley residents, who are concerned about long-term impacts on health, air quality, and property values.

“We’re excited to soon begin serving Manner Polymers’ solar-powered plastics manufacturing facility in Mt. Vernon, Illinois!” UP reported via social media on Oct. 6. “Together, we’re focused on ...

HINSDALE, Ill. (WLS) -- Inbound and outbound Metra BNSF trains are back on the move Monday, after an inbound Metra train hit a vehicle in Hinsdale, the commuter rail said. Hinsdale police shared video ...

BERWYN, Ill. (CBS) -- Trains on the Metra BNSF line were halted Thursday afternoon after an Amtrak train that uses the same tracks struck a pedestrian. Both inbound and outbound BNSF Metra trains were ...

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With one potential railroad merger in the U.S. already being the topic of speculation, another Class I railroad could end up exploring its own takeover that shakes up the landscape of the industry.